Flights from Philadelphia to Austin (PHL to AUS)

Austin the capital of the US state of Texas. It is the fastest growing city in the country and the 11th-most populous city in the United States. Austin stems ample praise from several world-class publications. The city is home to many attractions like the University of Texas, the Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum, the Bullock Texas State History Museum and the State Capitol. It is also the country’s second-largest state capital and therefore is a major epicentre of administration, politics and technology. The city boasts a profound range of public arts and live-music scene, the latter encompassing Country, Blues and Rock genres of music.

Things to do in Austin

State Capitol

State Capitol in Austin is home to the offices of the State Governor and the Chambers of the Texas Legislature. This 308-feet tall structure and its wide assortment of parklands and monuments are considered as National Historic Landmark. State Capitol is the sixth tallest state capitol. Some of the major attractions here are the Texas African American History Memorial, the Vietnam War monument, and a bronze statue of a soldier.

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Zilker Park, spread across 351-acres, is the most famous park in Austin. This park is also the preferred choice for all nature lovers and picnickers in the city. Some of the other attractions here are its picturesque riverside walking trails, disc golf course, and volleyball courts. For kids, Zilker Park offers the Zilker Playscape, which is a large playground for kids, and the Zilker Zephyr, which is a toy train.

Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake is a picturesque lake made after carving a part of Colorado River. The lake derives its name after the wife of President Lyndon Johnson and boasts numerous posh hotels and residential colonies. The lovely riverside paths encompass many popular attractions like Zilker Metropolitan Park, the Town Lake Metropolitan Park's Vic Mathias Shores, Waller Beach, and Eilers Neighborhood Park.

Best Time to Visit Austin

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Austin is from March to May. Tourists can book flights from PHL to AUS during summers to enjoy famous cultural events like South by Southwest, Star of Texas Fair and Festival, Austin Fine Arts Festival, and Austin Food + Wine Festival.